Serving 399 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Roy Gomm Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roy Gomm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Roy Gomm Elementary School's student population of 399 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roy Gomm Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roy Gomm Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#10 out of 692 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
12%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
70%
28%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roy Gomm Elementary School's ranking?
Roy Gomm Elementary School is ranked #10 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Roy Gomm Elementary School often compared to?
Roy Gomm Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caughlin Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Roy Gomm Elementary School?
399 students attend Roy Gomm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Roy Gomm Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roy Gomm Elementary School?
Roy Gomm Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Roy Gomm Elementary School offer ?
Roy Gomm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Roy Gomm Elementary School part of?
Roy Gomm Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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